Education
‘Strengthen our culture … Not cut and paste from New Zealand’
Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Education, Features, National
“Strengthen our culture” was the message of the 19-year-old Cook Islander Nicolea Mateariki at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) Young Pacific Leaders sessions in Honolulu, Hawai’i.
Local students participate in Chinese comp
Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
A Chinese Bridge Competition held at the University of the South Pacific (USP) Cook Islands Campus this week saw students participating in Chinese language and proficiency and discussing their understanding of the Chinese culture.
Highland Paradise Competition fights to keep traditions alive
Saturday 25 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Education, Features, Food, Go Local, National
Apii Arorangi was crowned the overall winners of the 2024 Highland Paradise Cultural Competition held on Thursday.
Three schools rise to the challenge at Highland Paradise Cultural Competition
Friday 24 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Environment, Features, National, Weekend
About a hundred students and parents of Apii Takitumu, Apii Arorangi and Te Uki Ou participated in the annual Highland Paradise Cultural Competition yesterday.
Cook Islands Finance joins 2024 Career’s Expo as first gold sponsor
Thursday 23 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Local, National
The 2024 Career’s Expo is off to a great start with the signing of its first gold sponsor, the Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority, also known as Cook Islands Finance (CI Finance).
Schools told to teach Te Reo Maori from ECE to Year 6
Tuesday 21 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Schools in the Cook Islands have been directed to begin using Te Reo Maori from Early Childhood Education (ECE) to Year 6.
Graham appointed new Secretary of Cook Islands Ministry of Justice
Saturday 18 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
Peter William Graham has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), effective June 4, 2024, for a term of three years, replacing Tamatoa Jonassen.
Imanuela Akatemia celebrates new roof and water tank
Wednesday 15 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The Imanuela Akatemia School celebrated the handover of its newly renovated roof and installed water tank, all made possible by generous grants from the Japanese government
Apii Avarua kids get hands-on with fun coding robot
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Avarua Primary students were delighted to participate in the KaiBot in Kainundrum demonstration, a simple yet versatile robot that serves as an ideal introduction to the coding universe, at their school yesterday.
Penrhyn/Tongareva celebrates first tertiary graduates
Wednesday 1 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands
In a historic celebration for Penrhyn/Tongareva Island, the community came together to witness their first-ever graduates from a tertiary programme.
Shining a light on the solar system
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Nikao Marae 4 students have created stunning interactive scientific models to demonstrate their understanding of the solar system.
Fierce competition as Tereora College’s Anau teams return to national stage
Tuesday 9 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The Anau (house) teams of Tereora College made dazzling comeback to the national stage after a five-year absence and delivered captivating performances.
Young orators captivate audience at Rarotonga Māori Speech comp
Saturday 6 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, Local, National
Te Maraurau o te Pae Apii Ministry of Education Rarotonga Primary Schools Māori Speech Competition was held this week at Te Are Karioi National Auditorium over two nights.
Pride and unity: Inaugural Anuanua Week promotes inclusivity in Cook Islands
Friday 5 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Pride Cook Islands is proud to announce their partnership with Te Tiare Association in presenting the LGBTQIA+ Anuanua Week – a vibrant celebration of love, acceptance, and unity in the Cook Islands.
Apii Avarua students win top trophies in Māori Speech Competition
Friday 5 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
Apii Avarua students took home the top trophies at Te Maraurau o te Pae Apii (Ministry of Education) Primary Schools Māori Speech Competition held on Wednesday night at Te Are Karioi National Auditorium.
Tereora College stages cultural extravaganza at Te Are Karioi
Thursday 4 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tereora College students will showcase their cultural talents this evening at 6pm at the Te Are Karioi National Auditorium.
AKTT Atiu youths to host fishing competition this Easter
Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands
The Atiu branch of Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) programme has already begun the year activating their community and assisting around the island whenever and wherever they can.
Students champion sustainability at annual Te Tateni Korero Māori
Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
Titikaveka College held its annual Te Tateni Korero Māori, Māori Speech Competition, centered around the theme of “Mana Tiaki – Tiaki e te akono i to tatou Matakeinanga (Regenerative Tourism – Guardians of our Environment, Culture & Ways)”.
ADB helps Cook Islands improve WASH facilities in schools
Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC), is delighted to announce the successful completion of project works to enhance water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities in schools across the Cook Islands ahead of the 2024 academic year.
Schools ban fizzy drinks in bid to improve children’s health
Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, Local, National
As of today, fizzy drinks will be banned in the primary schools who have signed an agreement with Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
